Obituaries

Frank L. Alvarez

Frank L. Alvarez

Jun 12, 2016

SCHENECTADY - Frank L. Alvarez, 88, passed away suddenly at home on June 12, 2016. He was born in Schenectady, on September 13, 1927, son of the late Baldamero and Jennie DeCelli Alvarez. He was a proud Second Class Seaman in the United States Navy during WWII where he helped to build aircraft carriers in New York City, until he...

Patricia Rodgers Collins

Patricia Rodgers Collins

Jun 6, 2016

SCHENECTADY -- Patricia Rodgers Collins, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 6, 2016. Pat was born in Patterson, NJ, a daughter of the late Truman Rodgers and Vivian (Walder) Rodgers Younger. She graduated from Lakewood High School in NJ, class of 1961 and Green Mountain College in Poultney, VT with an associate's degree in bookkeeping. Pat worked...

Gloria M. Stinzianni

Gloria M. Stinzianni

May 28, 2016

PINELLAS PARK, FL- Gloria M. (Marconi) Stinzianni, 94, formerly of Schenectady, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Gloria was born in Manhattan New York, the daughter of the late Edmond and Orelia (Josephine DiCannazzaro) Marconi. Residing in Schenectady most of her life, she attended St. John the Baptist School and furthered her education attending...

Joe Cacciolfi

Joe Cacciolfi

May 18, 2016

SCHENECTADY – Joe Cacciolfi, 64, a lifelong resident of the Stockade, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at his residence. Joe was born an on March 10, 1952 the son of the late Paul Joseph and Gemma (Gizzi) Cacciolfi. He was a graduate of Bishop Gibbons High School, class of 1970. Joe worked for Schatz Stationery...

Constance Lontrato

Constance Lontrato

May 13, 2016

ROTTERDAM - Constance Rossi Lontrato, 92, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2016, at Albany Medical Center after a short illness. Constance was born in Port Chester, NY a daughter of the late Nicola and Caroline Bucci Rossi. She was predeceased by her husband, Dominick Lontrato; son-in-law, Charles Richards; siblings, Marion Randall, Joseph Ross, Nicholas Rossi, Philip Rossi and Nora...

Dorothy Rita Knapick

Dorothy Rita Knapick

May 12, 2016

SCHENECTADY – Dorothy Rita Knapick, 93, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday at Ellis Residential & Rehabilitation Center with her loving children at her side. Dorothy was born and educated in Bridgeport, CT, a daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy Callahan McHugh. During World War II, Dorothy served as a Corporal in the United States...

Thomas J. Saul

Thomas J. Saul

May 7, 2016

GLENVILLE – Thomas J. Saul, 91, passed away on Saturday May 7th. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 17, 1924 to the late Jacob Nicholas Saul and Elsie Bayersdorfer Saul. Mr. Saul spent his early years in West Hempstead, NY, graduating from Hempstead High School in 1942. He enrolled in the US Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point,...

Philomena Ravaioli

Philomena Ravaioli

May 4, 2016

NISKAYUNA - Philomena Ravaioli, 87, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2016 with her daughters by her side. She was born Filomena Palmieri on September 13, 1928 to Crescenzo and Carmina (Torelli) Palmieri in Faicchio Provence of Benevento, Naples, Italy. At the age of nine, she and her mother traveled on the SS Rex to the United States arriving on...

Louise G. Marconi

Louise G. Marconi

Apr 14, 2016

SCHENECTADY - Louise (Luigia) Genevieve (Conti), Marconi 93, passed peacefully in her home of 65 years on April 14, 2016 surrounded by her family after a brief illness. Louise was born in Schenectady NY on February 12, 1923, the daughter of the late Angelo and Anna (Longe) Conti. Louise was educated in the Schenectady Schools and was a 1944 graduate...

David J. Mattie

David J. Mattie

Apr 5, 2016

BROADALBIN – David J. Mattie, 73, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday at St. Mary's Hospital. David was born and educated in Amsterdam. He was the son of Steven Markulis and the late Salvena Perfetti Lasinski. Dave honorably served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a clerk for the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance...

John C. Lapointe, Sr.

John C. Lapointe, Sr.

Mar 28, 2016

GLENVILLE – John C. LaPointe, Sr., 83 passed away peacefully on Easter Monday, March 28, 2016 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a long illness. He was surrounded by the love and devotion of his family. John was born in Brooklyn a son of the late Norman and Ida Mae (Henry) LaPointe, Sr. He was raised in Schenectady and graduated...

Edward A. Heiserman

Edward A. Heiserman

Mar 24, 2016

NISKAYUNA – Edward A. Heiserman, 89 entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Holy Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was born in Queens, NY, a son of the late Edward and Frances (Ritter) Heiserman. He was educated in Schenectady and enlisted in the US Army Air Corps. Ed honorably served...

Marcel V. 'Mark' Carrara

Marcel V. 'Mark' Carrara

Mar 20, 2016

NISKAYUNA – Marcel V. 'Mark' Carrara, 91, entered peacefully into the Arms of the Lord on Palm Sunday, March 20, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. Mark was born in Schenectady on January 8, 1925 a son of the late Anthony and Patricia (Gardino) Carrara. He was a 1943 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and entered the US Army Air Corp....

Margaret M. 'Peggy' Brisson

Margaret M. 'Peggy' Brisson

Mar 12, 2016

HALFMOON – Margaret M. 'Peggy' Brisson, 89, entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at home, surrounded by her loving daughters. Peggy was born in Albany on February 27, 1927 a daughter of the late George and Margaret (Pike) Lauer. She worked as a clerk for several years at local markets and then for SUNY,...

Orega M. Gentiluomo

Orega M. Gentiluomo

Feb 29, 2016

SCHENECTADY – Orega M. Gentiluomo, 88, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her adoring family. Orega was born on September 4, 1927 in Amsterdam a daughter of the late Anthony and Catherina Cincotta Cardarella. She was a graduate of Amsterdam High School and Schenectady Beauty School. She worked...

Anthony A. Riccio

Anthony A. Riccio

Feb 11, 2016

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – Anthony A. Riccio, 91, formerly of Schenectady, entered into eternal peace on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at the Baptist Medical Center South, after a brief illness. Tony was born in Schenectady, a son of the late Angelo and Margherite Petrazzuoli Riccio. He was a graduate of Schenectady Vocational High School and attended Russell Sage College, where...

Anthony J. Friguletto

Anthony J. Friguletto

Feb 9, 2016

ROTTERDAM – Anthony J. Friguletto, 90, of Glengary Road, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 09, 2016 after a brief illness. Tony was born and educated in Schenectady, a son of the late Peter and Rose Robertello Friguletto. He was a 1943 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Tony honorably served as a Sergeant in the US Army during...

Phyllis "Walsh" Gallione

Phyllis "Walsh" Gallione

Jan 24, 2016

SCHENECTADY - Phyllis J. "Walsh" Gallione, 67, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, January 24, 2016; surrounded by her family after a short battle with cancer. Phyllis was born in Cobleskill, the daughter of the late John and Ethel Walsh. She attended Mohonasen High School, where she met her beloved husband Anthony L. Gallione, II. She worked for many years...

Melody A. Craft

Melody A. Craft

Jan 20, 2016

SCHENECTADY - Melody A. Bellinger Craft, 56, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, January 20, 2016, with her loving family by her side, after a short courageous battle against cancer. Mel was born October 7, 1959 in Niskayuna to Lester and Nina Sisson Bellinger. She was a graduate of BH-BL School, and a long time employee for the...

Kim Valentino

Kim Valentino

Jan 15, 2016

LOUISVILLE, KY – Kim Valentino, 60, entered into eternal rest on January 15, 2016 after a long illness. Kim, a daughter of the late Anthony and Margaret Valentino, was born and educated in Schenectady. She worked as a supervisor of quality control at Campbell Plastics. Kim was a strong, and independent woman. Her dedication to being a selfless mother brought...